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      The Water Tank (Water Tower) trail system is built on private land. The current owner allows non-motorized (eBikes are not allowed) use by the public, currently, but none of the trails are authorized and they all may begin to be removed or blocked as the land owner starts to develop the property. The first two phases of the development have been approved and are in the initial process of development. The land owner has publicly stated that some trail access may remain as the development is expanded, but the public should not expect them to be preserved as they currently are.

      Public access is not guaranteed in the future.
      Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
      eBikes Allowed: No
      AKA: Water Tanks
      Land Manager: Private Land
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Sep 25, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      48
      Trails Mountain Bike
      48
      Trails E-Bike
      1
      Trails Gravel Bike
      10
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      11
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      5
      Trails Hike
      47
      Trails Trail Running
      47
      Total Distance
      20 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      7 miles
      Total Descent
      1,561 ft
      Total Vertical
      309 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      4,990 ft
      Reports
      85
      Photos
      4
      Completed Counter
      6,603

      Popular Redlands Mountain Biking Trails

      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 843 ft • 57 ft • 316 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 80 ★ 4.5 • 1,942 ft • 89 ft • 288 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 3.0 • 577 ft • 14 ft • 280 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 1,086 ft • 54 ft • 279 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 80 ★ 0.0 • 2,310 ft • 45 ft • 263 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 45 ft green climb. Adaptive MTB rating: amtb green. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 80 ★ 0.0 • 449 ft • 0 ft • 241 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 820 ft • 0 ft • 226 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      • 65 ★ 2.0 • 2,257 ft • 131 ft • 211 •
      Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today
      • 6 rides
      Yesterday
      • 3 rides
      Past Week
      • 23 rides

      Redlands Mountain Bike Routes

      11 miles • 1,486 ft • 8 •
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      • 20 miles • 360 ft • 0 •
      • 12 miles • 69 ft • 0 •
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      • 20 miles • 2,382 ft • 0 •

      Photos of Redlands Mountain Bike

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      Dec 23, 2017 @ 4:46pm
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      90 |
      Jun 7, 2024 @ 7:50pm
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      137 |
      Oct 29, 2022 @ 5:25pm
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      Videos of Redlands Mountain Bike

      Tony takes a tumble
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      0:09 | 46 | Jan 20, 2020
      Night fun ride bike
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      trail: Tower
      11:19 | 7 | Aug 19, 2013
      Adam Birr - Fall 2012
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      trail: Mumford
      4:03 | 892 | Jan 2, 2013
      Tower - Redlands - Grand Junction - Colorado
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      trail: Tower
      0:23 | 242 | Feb 27, 2024 , Grand Junction

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      Recent Comments

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      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Colorado State Park 111.8 km
      Lunch Loops 9 27 18 32.7 km
      Third Flats 3 17 44.9 km
      James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park - Fruita Section 448.2 km
      Bangs Canyon8.7 km

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike4820 miles1,562 ft7 miles308 ft
      #6,416#15548518,335
      E-Bike14,701 ft125 ft1,765 ft125 ft
      #10,307#17082458
      Gravel Bike106 miles276 ft1 mile308 ft
      #3,787#1,715756
      Adaptive Bike116 miles423 ft2 miles308 ft
      #3,794#1,71713
      Winter Fat Bike52 miles282 ft1 mile243 ft
      #3,787#1,7154
      Hike4719 miles1,437 ft6 miles308 ft
      #7,760#1748511461
      Trail Running4719 miles1,437 ft6 miles308 ft
      #6,774#1558511490

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Redlands?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Redlands are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Redlands?
      There are 2 parking locations listed in Redlands. The most popular parking spots are:
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Redlands?
      The longest trail in Redlands is Wash Me at 5,079 ft. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ How many trails are in Redlands?
      Redlands has a total of 48 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Redlands to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Redlands?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Redlands is Tower with 171 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Redlands?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Redlands is Wash Me with 198 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Redlands?
      Redlands supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Redlands?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Redlands is Trinity with an average grade of 6.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Redlands?
      The overall region status for Redlands is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 36 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 28
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 5
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Redlands?
      Yes, Redlands supports e-bike riding. There are 1 trails in Redlands that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Redlands?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Redlands are: View all mountain biking routes in Redlands.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Redlands?
      The most popular Strava segments in Redlands are:
      • Trinity DH (1,519 athletes)
      • Rocky Loop (1,384 athletes)
      • Trinity into Mumford DH (1,322 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Redlands.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Redlands?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Redlands?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Redlands are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Redlands.
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